Japanese Traditional Music Experience
Overview
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1 hour
Mobile ticket
Discover the authentic sounds of the "Koto", Japanese traditional stringed instrument!
Come join to my class. Anyone, even a complete beginner, can enjoy playing beautiful sounds.
When you join this class, you won't just play the ”Koto"; you'll also feel Japanese history and culture.
The outline of this experience is as below
-Explanation about "Koto"
-Instruction how to play "Koto" by using special attachment nails
-Try playing "Koto"
-Performance by the instructor
-Photo session
I am qualified to teach Koto.
Odawara, a historic castle town, is my hometown.
I created this experience activity because I want to share the joy of experience traditional Japanese music right here in this historic city.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
You will take off shoes when you enter the place for the music lesson
During the activity, you will have Japanese style sitting posture "seiza". If you are not comfortable it, let me know. I prepare chairs.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What‘s Included
Rental fee of Koto(instrument) and tools for play it.
Instruction fee
Private transportation
What To Expect
You will learn about history and basic information of a Koto. Then you have lesson how to play it. And you can also enjoy performance by the instructor and have a photo session.
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Japanese Traditional Music Experience
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Inspiring experience
Lucia G,
Jun 10, 2025
- Viator
5.00Truly inspiring experience for our family girl trip (Mum, 70, me, 49 and daughter, 11). Akiko made us feel very welcome and was very patient, adapting the song to our level - I couldn't believe how beautiful it sounded even as absolute begginners. Koto is such an amazing instrument and it was fantastic to experience a different aspect of japanese culture, away from the tourist areas. We felt truly welcome and it was a delight to watch her play with such elegance. Highly recommended!
Fun lesson for beautiful music
Kyoko Y,
Apr 17, 2025
- Viator
5.00I really enjoyed learning how to play Koto. At the beginning it looked difficult but she picked an easy piece and taught me an easy move that would make me look like a professional player. Her lesson was full of fun and also educational. I think it’s a rare opportunity and I highly recommend her lesson.
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